Fayez Sarofim & Co. U.S. Men’s Clay Court Championship, Houston, U.S.A.
American youngster Jack Sock captured his first career title in Houston, Texas on Sunday, defeating Sam Querrey 7-6(9), 7-6(2). Using his forehand and serve to great effect, Sock hit five aces, won 77 percent of his first serve points and broke serve on two occasions. Never facing Querrey on the Tour level, Sock will jump up to No. 36 in the world when the latest rankings are released on Monday.
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Grand Prix Hassan II, Casablanca, Morocco
Martin Klizan claimed his third career title in Casablanca, Morocco on Sunday, sweeping past Spaniard Daniel Gimeno-Traver 6-2, 6-2. Needing one hour and 16 minutes to seal his victory, Klizan was dominant on his serve, while never losing his own delivery. Improving to 14-8 on the year, Klizan will next see action at the Monte Carlo Rolex Masters beginning on Tuesday.
